Coalition Opposes HUD’s Modifications to Homelessness Program
A coalition of local governments and the National Low Income Housing Coalition is advocating for affordable housing solutions in major U.S. cities.
Transforming Private Mortgage Due Diligence with AI and Data Analytics
AI and data analytics transform private mortgage due diligence — automating document extraction, surfacing risk patterns, and flagging compliance gaps faster than manual review. Learn how private lenders, brokers, and note investors gain measurable advantages from these tools.
10 Federal Transparency Rules for Private Note Servicers and Investors
Ten federal transparency rules — from TILA disclosures to CFPB Regulation X loss mitigation requirements — define what private note servicers must track, document, and surface in investor packages. Servicers who build to the federal standard produce defensible investor reports as a byproduct.
CoStar withdraws opposition to relocating Zillow copyright case to Seattle.
CoStar has initiated a move to transfer its copyright lawsuit against Zillow to Seattle, emphasizing the proximity of witnesses and a related case in the district.
NAR balance sheet reveals revenue growth and increased public policy expenditure.
NAR's 2024 Form 990 shows $360M in revenue, $48M in public policy expenditures, and $2.5M compensation for CEO Nykia Wright, highlighting financial priorities.
Loan Modifications: Your Strategic Advantage in Private Mortgage Risk Management
Loan modifications permanently restructure the terms of a private mortgage note to keep struggling borrowers performing—eliminating foreclosure costs, preserving investor cash flow, and converting distressed assets back into stable, income-producing notes.
eXp seeks dismissal of fraud claims in Acevedo lawsuit
eXp Realty aims to dismiss a fraud claim in the Acevedo sexual assault lawsuit, asserting proactive measures were taken despite emerging allegations.
RMBS performance expected to stabilize, though underlying issues emerge.
Moody's analysts forecast solid performance in residential mortgage-backed securities, with some expected deterioration in collateral conditions in the future.
10 Federal Transparency Standards for Private Note Investors
Ten federal transparency standards every private note investor should verify with their servicer — origination disclosures, escrow controls, loss mitigation, investor reporting, and audit-ready records that determine whether a note trades at par or at a discount.
Mortgage Applications and Refinance Activity Decline During Holiday Week
Mortgage applications fell by 1.4% last week, with a notable drop in refinancing activity for both conventional and government loans, signaling market shifts.